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The Geometry of Calm: Why the Fynbos Makes Us Happy
Walk through the fynbos above Lomond Wine Estate on a still morning, and you may feel it — that unnamable ease that settles into your body before you have time…
Platter’s 2026 awards for Lomond Wines
We are so proud to announce our Platter’s by Diners Club South African Wine Guide awards for 2026. No less than 9 of our wines have been awards 4 ½…
Cellarmaster Selection Subscription Review and Sneak Peek for our November 2025 box
We recently received a wonderful review from a new customer who had received one of our Cellar Master Selection Subscription boxes. 12 bottles of wine, handpicked by our Cellar Master…
The Silent Sentinels of the Coast: The White Milkwoods of Lomond
Along the Agulhas Plain, where the wind shapes the dunes and the salt air burns the edges of the land, stand the white milkwoods (Sideroxylon inerme). To most passers-by, they…
Hidden Gardeners of the Fynbos: The Remarkable Role of Rodents in Pollination and Seed Dispersal
The fynbos, an iconic South African shrubland in the Western Cape, thrives on fire, biodiversity, and an often-overlooked group of unsung ecological heroes: rodents. While everyone knows about the colourful…
Leonotis leonurus: The Healing Wild dagga of the Fynbos
On the hillsides of Lomond Wine Estate, where vineyards weave between patches of pristine fynbos, the bright orange flowers of Leonotis leonurus blaze like torches in the landscape. Known as…
August is Syrah month in South Africa and our Syrahs are shining again
Why Agulhas Syrah is so Special Top 12 Shiraz 2024: 2 of the finalists and 1 of the winners Top 12 Shiraz 2025: 2 of the finalists multiple IWSC gold…
Syrah Month Giveaway
Celebrate Syrah month with us and stand a chance to win a lobster red Fieldbar – the ultimate wine adventure companion! Simply buy any bottle of our award-winning Syrah wines…
The Secret Life of the Cape Dune Mole-Rat
Beneath the sandy coastal soils of South Africa, a little-known giant is hard at work. The Cape dune mole-rat, Bathyergus suillus, is not only the largest of Africa’s mole-rats, but…
Syrah vs. Shiraz: Understanding the Differences
Wine enthusiasts often encounter the terms “Syrah” and “Shiraz” when exploring red wines, but what exactly sets them apart? Despite being the same grape varietal, Syrah and Shiraz offer distinct…
Buchu: The Soulful Scent of the Fynbos
There’s something quietly powerful about buchu. Not the kind of power that shouts for attention, but the kind that whispers ancient stories when the wind blows through the wild fynbos.…
Sauvignon blanc harvest 2025 feedback and celebrating International Sauvignon blanc day 2025
Sauvignon blanc harvest 2025 feedback As the 2025 harvest season has come to an end, we are delighted to share that it has blessed us with exceptional quality grapes and…
Dancing on the Air: The Unrivaled Precision and Ecological Significance of Dragonflies
Few creatures command the sky with the elegance and precision of the dragonfly. Neither dragon nor fly, this ancient lineage of aerial predators—dating back over 300 million years—epitomizes the fusion…
Discovering the Spectacular Brunsvigia Orientalis: South Africa’s Hidden Candelabra Flower
If you’ve ever been lucky enough to visit the sandy coastal regions of South Africa, you may have come across a truly remarkable plant – the Brunsvigia orientalis. Commonly known…
Merlot Rosé 2024
How we make the best Rosé wine: The harvesting of these grapes will last 7-10 days with fermentation taking another 2-3 weeks thereafter. While a lot of people associate this…
Amaryllis Belladonna the fynbos flower and the wine
Lomond’s Belladonna SMV syrah blend whose name is inspired by the Amaryllis Belladonna fynbos flower Amaryllis Belladonna the Fynbos flower (common names: Belladonna Lily, March Lily) The flowering stems of…
Discovering the Rare Aristea teretifolia: A Journey of Conservation and Adventure at Lomond
Hidden within the unique fynbos landscape of South Africa’s Western Cape lies one of the rarest botanical treasures: Aristea teretifolia, a fragile and endangered species clinging to survival. This delicate…
Lomond Wine Estate’s Cap Classique offering
Vintage Cap Classique Bundle Offer R1200,00Add to cart Blanc de Blancs 2019 vintage R225,00Add to cart Brut 2020 vintage R225,00Add to cart Brut Rosé 2020 vintage R225,00Add to cart Nectar…
Orphium Frutescens (common name Sea Roses)
Flowering in the heat of summer the glossy pink stars of Orphium frutescens (sea roses) always attract attention, especially with the surrounding vegetation going brown and dormant. These perennial evergreen…
The Resilience of the Common Pagoda (Mimetes cucullatus) and Lomond Wine Estate: A Tale of Strength, Beauty, and Sustainability
In the heart of South Africa’s Western Cape, resilience isn’t just a survival trait—it’s a way of life. This rings true not only for the extraordinary Common Pogoda (Mimetes cucullatus),…
Platter’s 2025
PLATTER’S 2025 RESULTS Wine elevates the soul and sends the senses soaring with the same surging energy as the Indian Ocean meets the Atlantic. Here’s to wine, here’s to the…
Rooi Trewwa orchid (Satyrium Carneum)
A Coastal Orchid Masterpiece and Conservation Efforts at Lomond Wine Estate Orchids are renowned for their remarkable diversity, not only in appearance but also in their intricate pollination strategies. Among…
Merlot Rosé 2023
How we make the best Rosé wine: The harvesting of these grapes will last 7-10 days with fermentation taking another 2-3 weeks thereafter. While a lot of people associate this…
The Story Behind Sugarbush Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc: A Tribute to Terroir and Nature
The Sugarbush Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc originates from a special single vineyard site, carefully selected for its specific terroir, benefitting from fine kaolin clay soils and an elevated position on…
Sugarbush Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2023 wins a Top Ten Sauvignon Blanc SA award
Site-specific wines shine in the 2024 FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 Courtesy Sauvignon Blanc SA Producers of South Africa’s top-selling cultivar make exceptional site-specific wines. In a closely contested…
Lomond Adventure Weekend – December 2024
The Triathlon is back! Please reserve the date. The Lomond Adventure Weekend is taking place from 14 to 16 December 2024 at Lomond in Gansbaai. Known for our rugged terrain…
October Newsletter
THE OCTOBER NEWSLETTER UPDATES YOU ON THE CONTINUED BATTLE WITH THE ALIENS, A DELICIOUS SAUVIGNON BLANC WINE OFFER, OUR LATEST SUBSCRIPTION RELEASE AND INFO ON AN UPCOMING TRIATHLON. Â Spring…
This Weekend – Embrace the Outdoors at Lomond Wine Estate with The Lomond Spring Challenge
As spring breathes new life into the fynbos-covered hills of Cape Agulhas, Lomond Wine Estate invites you to join the exhilarating Lomond Spring Challenge on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22…
The Lomond Wine Estate September Newsletter
THE SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER HAS ALIEN NEWS (!), A DOUBLE AWARD-WINNING WINE OFFER AND INFO ON ACTIVITIES TO KEEP EVERYBODY BUSY! To welcome in Spring time, here at Lomond Wine Estate,…
Celebrate International Cap Classique Day with Lomond Wine Estate
It’s International Cap Classique Day, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a glass of South Africa’s finest Cap Classique from Lomond Wine Estate. On this special day,…
Single Vineyard Conebush Shiraz 2021 Wins Award in Shiraz SA Challenge
Lomond Wine Estates’ Single Vineyard Conebush Shiraz 2021 Shiraz SA Awards Winner ! Syrah Selection Bundle of 12 bottles R2800,00Rated 5.00 out of 5Add to cart We are super proud…
Why Should I Buy Wine Online? Discover Lomond Wine Estate
In today’s digital age, buying wine online has become increasingly popular, offering numerous advantages for wine enthusiasts. Whether you’re a connoisseur or a casual sipper, purchasing wine from the comfort…
August’s Newsletter Is One For The Red Wine Lovers, Mountain Bikers & Trail Runners!
To celebrate August, the month of Syrah wine, here at Lomond Wine Estate we have created a special offer for Lomond Cellar Club Members who live in South Africa. Some of the best…
For The Red Wine Lovers – Celebrating Syrah Month With A Special Lomond Secrets Of Syrah Selection Bundle
August is Syrah month in South Africa and Lomond Wine Estate is a specialist Syrah producer who has consistently won awards for our Syrah over the years and produces some…
July’s Newsletter Features a Mouth-Watering Syrah 2022 Bundle!
 To celebrate the launch of the new Estate Syrah we have created a special offer for Lomond Cellar Club Members who live in South Africa. The normal cost on…
Discovering Lomond Wine Estate Syrah: Our new 2022 Vintage launches today!
The release of a new vintage is the highlight for not only our Cellarmaster Anné and her team, but for the entire farm as it represents, literally, the fruits of…
Food Pairing with South African Syrah: A Culinary Adventure
South African Syrah, with its bold and diverse flavours, offers a wealth of possibilities for food pairing. Whether you’re enjoying a traditional braai or exploring more refined cuisine, Syrah’s versatility…
Exploring South Africa’s Syrah Terroirs: A Regional Guide
July is Syrah month on the farm as we count down the days to the website launch of our new Estate Range Syrah (Friday 12th June) We thought that it…
Last Chance to Order Our Lomond Subscription Offerings!
Attention wine lovers! Our Lomond and Cellarmaster boxes are en route to our Lomond Cellar Club Members. We are very excited to share our wines with them. The deadline to…
Discovering the Conebush Flower at Lomond Wine Estate, Cape Agulhas
Nestled in the southern tip of Africa, the Lomond Wine Estate in Cape Agulhas is not just renowned for its exceptional wines but also for its unique flora. Among the…